Why the Codes of Conduct Matter

At the North Penn Athletic Association, we believe that youth sports are about more than just winning—they’re an opportunity to develop skills, build character, and foster teamwork. The Athlete and Parent Codes of Conduct help ensure that everyone involved—athletes, families, coaches, and officials—creates a safe, respectful, and positive environment. By understanding and following these guidelines, both athletes and parents help set the tone for good sportsmanship, personal growth, and a fun, rewarding experience for all participants.

Athlete Code of Conduct

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The North Penn Athletic Association is committed to providing a positive, safe, and respectful environment for all participants. All athletes participating in NPAA programs are expected to uphold the following Code of Conduct.

Athletes shall:

• Have fun and enjoy the experience of playing sports.

• Demonstrate good sportsmanship by showing respect, courtesy, and positive support toward teammates, opponents, cheerleaders, coaches, officials, and spectators at all practices, competitions, and games.

• Always strive to do their best, understanding that effort and improvement are more important than winning.

• Never ridicule or yell at teammates for making mistakes or losing.

• Accept decisions made by officials and judges with respect.

• Understand that games and practices are educational experiences and opportunities to learn and grow.

• Show commitment to the team by attending practices and games when possible and communicating with coaches when unable to attend.

• Refrain from any form of unsportsmanlike conduct, including booing, taunting, arguing, or throwing inappropriate objects.

• Avoid the use of profane or inappropriate language at all times.

• Recognize that being a good athlete also means being a responsible student and positive role model.

• Follow all rules, policies, and regulations of the North Penn Athletic Association and the Inter County Football League (ICFL).

Any behavior deemed inappropriate or in violation of this Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action as determined by the North Penn Athletic Association.

Parent Code of Conduct

North Penn Athletic Association (NPAA)
Home of the North Penn Squires

The North Penn Athletic Association is committed to providing a safe, positive, and respectful environment for all athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, and families. Parents and guardians play a critical role in supporting this mission. By participating in NPAA programs, parents and guardians agree to uphold the following Code of Conduct:

Parents and guardians shall:

• Remember that youth sports are meant to be fun and developmental, and that winning is secondary to learning, effort, and teamwork.

• Demonstrate good sportsmanship by showing respect, courtesy, and positive support for all athletes, cheerleaders, coaches, officials, volunteers, and spectators at all practices, games, and events.

• Encourage athletes to always do their best, understanding that effort and improvement are more important than the final score.

• Refrain from yelling at, criticizing, or ridiculing any athlete for making mistakes or losing a game.

• Respect and accept all decisions made by officials without argument or confrontation.

• Understand that athletic contests and practices are educational experiences that help athletes grow both on and off the field.

• Support team commitment by ensuring athletes attend practices and games when possible and communicate with coaches when conflicts arise.

• Avoid unsportsmanlike behavior, including booing, taunting, arguing, throwing objects, or engaging in confrontational behavior toward anyone involved in the event.

• Refrain from using profane or inappropriate language at all times during NPAA activities.

• Model positive behavior and help reinforce that being a good athlete also means being a respectful teammate, student, and community member.

• Follow all rules, policies, and procedures established by the North Penn Athletic Association and its governing leagues.

Failure to comply with this Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action, including removal from events or suspension from program activities.